Mission

Homeward Bound of Marin embraces a mission of 'opening doors to safety, dignity, hope and independence' to pursue its goal of "ending homelessness with training, housing and hope." Founded in 1974, Homeward Bound is Marin County's chief provider of shelter and supportive housing for homeless families and individuals, with 18 programs serving approximately 1,000 people per year. Robust services offer an array of support to each individual forging a path out of homelessness. Programs ranging from emergency shelter to transitional and permanent housing have built a record of success in a hyper-expensive rental market. In 2024, Homeward Bound met its ambitious goal of opening 50 new homes to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Two new buildings now provide supportive housing for veterans, families and others recasting their futures. A new social enterprise hub, the Gilardi Training and Events Center, opened in June 2025 to extend successful culinary training and on-the-job learning for low-income and homeless adults opening new career opportunities.